12.02.2011

Last weekend I set up my yet to be assembled/finished cabinet in my living/dining room. I thought I would leave it there, live with it as is and hope that soon enough I would figure out what to do with it. Walking by it and being careful not to run into it, I revelled in its 'in progress' glory.

First thought was... It's too darn big to put in my bathroom that's fer sure! So what should it be? Not a bathroom cabinet... Not a good fit for my bedroom either so I figure I could use it in my living/dining room to 'feature' some of my funky kitchen accessory finds. Like my Pyrex bowls! Or candle holders... Maybe store some wine bottles in it. Oh the possibilities!

So I have a function for it now. Phew! Next step is working out the finish for it... And then how many shelves and how to add shelves.

Well I have the finish somewhat figured out. I want to use my vinyl remnants from work to stencil the cabinet. I'll paint it white with wood peaking through. I found a great option via DaFont for the stencil design. I'm using a dingbat called CornPop.

Here's my idea for the top of the cabinet...

And this is the design for the sides and back...

I printed out my design and placed the print outs on the top. It'll be very subtle but I think it'll work!

Next step is to figure out the shelves. May drop by the hardware store this weekend if I have time and start collecting materials. Can't wait to get this baby done!

Denise Corcoran (aka Thrifty By Design) is a local author, crafter, upcycler and workshop facilitator based in North Vancouver, BC. Her passion is to turn 'junk' into new and funky pieces. She shares her enthusiasm for crafting and upcycling by facilitating 'Crafternoons' throughout Vancouver.